As property managers, we have a duty of care to our landlords, tenants, potential landlords and potential tenants to ensure that pools at rental properties adhere to the regulations. In Victoria, the design, construction and installation of swimming pools, spas and their safety barriers are subject to strict building requirements under Building Regulations 2018. Home-owners […]

With AirBNB on the rise as a viable investment option it’s worth discussing the benefits of the private rental market and the AirBNB rental market. Which is the best choice for you? Which does your investment property suit best? Which market is your investment’s location best suited to? We outline the important factors to take […]

A common question we come across when we are meeting new potential landlords is “isn’t it better for us to use a local agent?” or “do you cover this area?” Our answer is always and always will be, “a local agent isn’t the best choice simply because they’re local, and at Savoy Real Estate, we […]

Who doesn’t love to save a dollar? I know I do. But when it comes to choosing a property manager, cheapest is almost never the best choice. A cheap agent may end up costing you more than they are worth. Agency Resources An agency that charges low fees may look attractive to your hip pocket, […]

Looking for your first investment or looking to increase your portfolio? Not sure what you’re looking for? At Savoy Real Estate, our experience and market knowledge gives us an insight into what potential tenants look for and what properties are the most attractive to those looking to rent. The below information is an opinion piece […]

Leasing a property is the most time consuming, time-sensitive and stressful part of managing a property. So what strategies can you use to make it easier and successful? It’s about being realistic, pro-active instead of reactive and thinking ahead. Price At the end of the day, it’s the price that leases the property. Price too […]

Are you unsure about what your property manager does for you as a landlord? Or are there things you think they should be doing that they’re not? Here’s a guide to the responsibilities of a property manager, what tasks they should carry out and what they have the ability to do within the law. Check […]

There’s not a whole lot of information out there for first time renters, and it’s certainly not information you’re given in school. But never fear, Savoy are here to give you all the information you could need if you’re thinking about renting a property in Victoria for the first time! Searching for a Rental Property: […]

Australia is a strange land. In literature we often read about the changing of seasons that takes place in the northern hemisphere and how each season is quite dramatically defined. In Australia our seasons just slowly change from one into the next, often without so much as defining day. As we pass from Summer to […]

One of the questions I get asked quite a lot by friends is, “How do I pick a real estate agent? Now obviously they are friends who live a long way out of my area 🙂 or else they would be hiring me! But here is the answer I give them. You need to look […]